Senior Structural Bridge Engineer

Modjeski and Masters; St. Louis, Edwardsville (MO, IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Annual bonus program

9 paid holidays

PTO starting at 17 days

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Modjeski and Masters seeks a Senior Structural Bridge Design Engineer in St. Louis, MO to lead complex bridge projects, mentor staff, and contribute to national transportation infrastructure.

The role requires 10+ years of bridge design experience, a BS in Civil Engineering, and a PE license, with SE license preferred. You will oversee design analyses, guide project teams, perform field inspections, and coordinate with clients and subconsultants to deliver high-quality, code-compliant designs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of bridge design experience in transportation.
• PE license required; SE license preferred.
• Experience delivering bridge design projects for IDOT and MoDOT.
• Strong knowledge of bridge design, codes, and software tools.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical lead for design, analysis, and rehabilitation of highway, rail, and pedestrian bridges.
• Oversee structural analyses and design calculations for new and existing structures.
• Lead teams in preparing design plans, specs, reports, and cost estimates.
• Review and approve calculations, reports, and project deliverables.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers.
• Coordinate with clients, subconsultants, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in business development, proposals, and client presentations.
• Conduct field inspections and construction support as required.
• Review quantity calculations and construction documents.
• Apply relevant design standards (AASHTO, AREMA, AISC, ACI).
• Support QA/QC initiatives.

Skills

Bridge design

Project management

Mentoring

Client coordination

Education

ABET

PE license

SE license

Tools

LUSAS

RISA-3D

LEAP Bridge

OpenBridge Designer

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: SeniorJob Location: St Louis MO - St Louis, MO 63103Position Type: Full TimeThe St. Louis, MO and Edwardsville, IL offices of Modjeski and Masters are seeking a Senior Structural Bridge Design Engineer with 10+ years of bridge design experience to join our growing bridge engineering team. This position offers the opportunity to lead complex bridge projects, mentor engineering staff, and contribute to some of the nation's most notable transportation infrastructure projects.

What We're Looking For

• 10+ years of progressive bridge design experience in the transportation industry.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred.
• Demonstrated experience delivering bridge design projects for IDOT and/or MoDOT.
• Strong technical knowledge of bridge design, structural analysis, and applicable design codes and specifications.
• Experience leading project teams and coordinating multidisciplinary engineering efforts.
• Proficiency with engineering and design software such as LUSAS, RISA-3D, LEAP Bridge, OpenBridge Designer, AutoCAD, and MicroStation.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.

What You'll Do

• Serve as a technical lead for the design, analysis, and rehabilitation of highway, railroad, and pedestrian bridge projects.
• Oversee and perform structural analyses and bridge design calculations for new and existing structures.
• Lead project teams in the preparation of design plans, specifications, engineering reports, and construction cost estimates.
• Review and approve structural calculations, design reports, plans, and project deliverables prepared by engineering staff.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineers.
• Coordinate with clients, subconsultants, and multidisciplinary project teams throughout project development and delivery.
• Participate in business development activities, including proposal preparation, scope development, fee estimates, and client presentations.
• Perform field inspections, condition assessments, and construction support services as required.
• Review and verify quantity calculations and construction documents.
• Apply and interpret relevant design specifications and standards, including:
  • AASHTO
  • AREMA
  • AISC
  • ACI
  • State DOT design manuals and requirements
• Support quality assurance and quality control initiatives to ensure technical excellence and project success.

Why Join Us?

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Hybrid work environment
• Annual bonus program
  • Eligible employees receive cash bonuses based on individual and company performance
• 9 paid holidays
• Competitive PTO program
  • Starting at 17 days annually
  • Increases with years of service
• Comprehensive cafeteria-style benefits package including:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Group Term Life Insurance
  • Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Short-Term Disability Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Identity Protection Services
  • Optional Dependent Life Insurance
  • Additional voluntary benefits

Who We Are

Modjeski and Masters (M&M) is one of the world's leading bridge engineering firms, recognized for technical excellence, innovation, and a commitment to advancing the bridge engineering profession. For more than 130 years, we have been responsible for the design, inspection, rehabilitation, and maintenance of many of the nation's most iconic transportation structures.

Our services include fixed and movable bridge design, structural inspection, rehabilitation, preservation, construction engineering, research, and code development. Many of our projects establish new industry standards and engineering practices that are adopted throughout the profession.

As a Senior Structural Bridge Design Engineer, you will play a key leadership role in delivering complex bridge projects, developing the next generation of engineers, and strengthening relationships with transportation clients throughout the region. You will work alongside some of the industry's most respected bridge engineers while helping shape critical infrastructure that serves communities across the country.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Modjeski and Masters is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/M/F/D/V).

Questions regarding open positions may be directed to: Recruiting Coordinator, Jamie Kibler, [e-mail]